Alzheimer’s hope: Sleep aid blocks up to 40% more harmful tau deposits

A readily available sleep aid has been shown to have a surprising side effect on brain health, seemingly protecting the organ from the buildup of the tau protein – a key biomarker in the development of neurodegenerative diseases including Alzheimer's.

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First-of-its-kind device detects health markers in menstrual blood

Researchers have developed a first-of-its-kind wearable tech that quickly, simply, and non-invasively tests for important health markers using menstrual blood. The affordable device could revolutionize women’s healthcare.

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Low-cost device could allow homeowners to test their own tap water for lead

If your home has old lead water pipes, there's a chance that harmful concentrations of lead may be present in your water. An experimental new device could soon allow homeowners to check for themselves, instead of waiting for the city to do so.

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Bitter taste receptors in the gut may be key to healthier aging

The bitter taste receptors on our tongues are also found in the gut. A new study has identified two specific receptors in the large intestine that are associated with the aging process, which may help inform diet-based strategies for healthier aging.

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Risk of developing dementia doubles in men with this common gene variant

Men who carry two copies of a common genetic variant are twice as likely to develop dementia than women with the same mutations. This discovery may now lead to early detection and novel interventions to block how these variants impact the brain.

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World’s first therapy to reverse spinal cord injury enters human trial

A paradigm shift in the way we treat spinal injuries is now in sight, with the world's first regenerative cell therapy approved for a Phase I clinical trial. It's a historical milestone that could reverse what has, until now, been an incurable injury.

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Salmon sperm facials: The science behind the anti-aging trend

Apparently, salmon sperm injections are the new big thing in anti-aging or rejuvenating facial treatments. Once the reaction to the treatment’s ingredients subsides, the obvious question is: Is there any science behind the celebrity-backed treatment?

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Common diabetes drug associated with “exceptional longevity”

Metformin, a first-line treatment for type 2 diabetes, has been associated with a 30% lower risk of death, according to a new study. The research adds to the growing body of evidence suggesting that the common drug may possess anti-aging properties.

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Six TikTok well-being #LifeHacks rated by real experts

Self-care life hacks, claimed to improve well-being, often go viral on social media platforms like TikTok, sometimes without scientific backing. Experts have provided their opinion on six popular behaviors, so you know what’s good.

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Antiherpes medication use linked to 17% reduced risk of Alzheimer’s

Another study has added to the growing evidence linking the cold sore-causing herpes virus with Alzheimer’s disease. It also found that those people who used herpes treatments such as antivirals were 17% less likely to be diagnosed with Alzheimer’s.

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